Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Remote

Reports To: CEO

Location: Washington, DC; remote eligible (location subject to manager approval)

Classification: Full-time, Exempt

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) will help to steer the evolution of the company as a new structure for value, impact, and growth in the global health sector. The COO will be responsible for all aspects of financial operations of the company and its subsidiaries including budgeting, financial reporting and audit management, grants and contracts, project and country finance support, pricing, procurement, facilities, and global IT operations. This role will include a focus on change management and championing a shared services model. The COO will report to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the company.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company’s and its subsidiaries’ financial strategy by forecasting capital, facilities, and staff requirements, evaluating trends and revenue opportunities, identifying opportunities for improvement, cost reduction, and systems enhancement, and accumulating capital to fund expansion. Monitor financial performance and progress against strategy, course correcting when necessary and provide regular strategy updates to relevant board(s) of directors, executive team(s), senior leadership, and staff. Manage the annual operating budget process and ensure financial health of the organization. (30% of Time)
• Support the establishment and implementation of the shared services model, working closely with the Chief People & Culture Officer (CPCO) and CEO, driving global operational excellence. Ensures that the company develops robust operating systems and operates with maximum efficiencies. (15% of Time)
• Collaborate closely with the company’s and its subsidiaries’ Executive Team(s) to enhance organizational strategies by contributing financial and accounting information, analysis, and recommendations to strategic thinking and direction and establishing functional objectives in line with company and/or subsidiary objectives. (15% of Time)
• Supervise and develop team members. Make recommendations concerning employment, termination, performance evaluations, salary actions, and other personnel actions. Set team and individual goals. Prioritize, organize, delegate, and coordinate the flow of work. Enhance individual employee performance through frequent and timely communication and support. (20% of Time)
• Interact regularly with the CEO, senior leadership team, Boards of Directors, internal and external legal counsel, auditors, and other consultants as necessary. (15% of Time)
• Maximize the company’s and its subsidiaries’ return on invested funds by identifying investment opportunities and maintaining relationships with the investment community. Serve as chief liaison and manager of the board’s Finance and Investment Committee. (5% of Time)
• Embody a commitment to leading change humanely, a strong belief in customer centricity, and a growth mindset. Foster the cultures and values of the company and its subsidiaries.
• 10-25% international travel.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (or international equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration; Master’s Degree (or international equivalent) in a related field preferred. At least 15 years of relevant experience. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted. At least 7 years of supervisory experience
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification preferred.
• Thought leader in multiple financial disciplines including, but not limited to accounting, corporate finance, budget financial analysis, contracts, and pricing.
• Ability to manage a high level of complex issues and at multiple levels of a global, complex organization.
• Ability to transition seamlessly between the “big picture” and minutia, establishing clear oversight of both global and country- specific finances.
• In-depth knowledge of donor regulations that impact financial policies, procedures, and programs.
• Excellent leadership, employee development, and management skills. Including, knowing when to coach, when to advise, and when to provide specific direction related to multiple financial disciplines.
• Excellent customer service, relationship building/management globally, and consensus building skills, particularly during times of organizational change and integration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; skilled at presenting financial information in a clear, confident fashion to a range of constituents with varying levels of expertise.
• Experience leading and operating in a shared service center, preferred.
• Fluency in English required; non-English language skills preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  
  
  

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